Stage 1
Online Submissions
Submit a Presentation under one of the 10 themes. Fully online, from anywhere in India.
- Starts : 20th July '26
- Ends: 30th Sept'26
- Results: 15th Oct'26
- Online Evaluation
Where High School Students Become Tomorrow's Innovators.
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At a Glance
14 Lakh+
Cash Prizes
10 Themes & Categories
29 Winning
Categories
Grand Finale at
LPU Campus
Experience the Grand LPU Hospitality
Pan India
Participation
Chance to get
Funded
2 Stage
Competition
Internships for
Winners
Certificates
for all
About BIC 2.0
Not just a competition. A movement, where school students from Class 8 to 12 pick a real problem, build an AI-powered solution and pitch it to India's sharpest industry minds. Organised & hosted by Lovely Professional University. Zero fee. Zero gatekeeping. All impact.
Participation Guidelines
If you've got an idea that can make a difference, you're eligible. No complicated rules.
Any Indian board - CBSE, ICSE, State Board
School students only - not open to college students
Cross-school teams allowed, multiple teams per school
28 states & 500+ cities in Season 1 - no limits this time
Free to register, free to participate - always
Choose the Problem you want to Solve
Pick one challenge, solve a real-world problem and build an innovative solution that creates meaningful impact.
Stages & Timelines
From registration to pitching live at LPU, here's how it works.
Stage 1
Submit a Presentation under one of the 10 themes. Fully online, from anywhere in India.
Stage 2
Top 100 Teams. Live Pitches. 29 awards. Build It. Pitch It. Win It!
File Type: PPT/PDF only. File Name: TeamName_ProjectName_SchoolName
Cover Slide
Project title, team members, mentor, theme, contact details, DO NOT MENTION SCHOOL
Problem & Opportunity
Define the problem, who is affected, why it matters, supporting statistics, market or social opportunity.
Existing Solutions & Gap Analysis
Current methods/products, limitations, pain points and the unmet need your solution addresses.
Our Solution
Explain your idea clearly. Show the workflow, system architecture, user journey or process diagram. Highlight the value proposition.
Technology & Innovation
Technologies used (AI/ML, IoT, Robotics, Blockchain, Sensors, APIs, etc.), architecture, why these technologies are the best fit and what makes your approach innovative.
Prototype / MVP / Demonstration
Screenshots, hardware prototype, wireframes, videos, testing results or proof-of-concept. Demonstrate functionality instead of just explaining it.
Target Users & Use Cases
Primary users, customer segments, real-world scenarios, estimated audience size and user benefits.
Impact & Outcomes
Quantify expected benefits, time saved, cost reduction, environmental impact, lives improved, efficiency gained, SDG alignment, measurable outcomes.
Business Model & Implementation
Revenue model (if applicable), deployment strategy, implementation roadmap, partnerships, cost estimates and sustainability plan.
Feasibility & Scalability
Technical feasibility, operational requirements, risks, future enhancements, scalability across schools, cities, states or globally.
Competitive Advantage
USP, comparison with existing solutions, innovation, IP potential, future scope, why your solution stands out.
Team & Vision
Team roles, mentor, acknowledgements, future vision, call-to-action, contact details and thank you.
Working Prototype/Demo
App, AI model, IoT demo or physical model depending on your idea
Refined Pitch Deck
Updated Stage 1 PPT. Problem, solution, AI, user journey, demo, roadmap
Display Materials
Poster or standee, Laptop or tablet for live demo, interactive prototype demo
Live Elevator Pitch
7 Minutes on stage, 2–3 Minutes Q&A with the jury, one turn per team
From registration to the awards ceremony, here's what your Grand Finale journey looks like.
Slot
Allocation
Live Stage
Pitch
Jury
Q&A Round
Expo
Walkthrough
Jury
Scoring
Award
Ceremony
Mandatory points to be covered during the 7-Minutes Live Pitch at the Grand Finale
Problem Statement
What challenge are you solving? Why does it matter? Who is affected?
Proposed Solution
Explain your idea, how it works & what makes it different from the other solutions.
Tech Stack, AI & Tools used
Tools, platforms & tech stacks used in your solution and how is it different
Prototype Demo
Display working prototype, features & how users interact with it.
Audience & Impact
Who benefits? What problem does it solve? How can it grow in the future?
Future Plans & Scalability
Share your GTM plan, future vision and what comes next as part of your venture.
29 award categories. Every winning rupee goes straight to the student innovators.
₹2,00,000
each
₹3,00,000
₹1,00,000
each
₹50,000
Best AI-Powered Solution
₹50,000
Best Prototype Award
₹50,000
Most Impactful Solution
₹30,000 each
10 Theme-wise Awards
₹10,000 each
10 Jury Special Awards
At BIC, the jury is not just scoring your PPT. They are actively scouting for ideas worth backing.
Season 1 RECAP
Season 1 at the LPU Campus - every booth, every pitch, every celebration.
The Hindu
A national initiative designed to empower students aged 13–18 to create AI-powered solutions to real-world problems.
National Press
DAV Public School, Dehradun wins the overall champions trophy. 2,600+ teams · 28 states · 500+ cities.
Regional Dailies
Covered across Jagran, Punjabi Tribune and 10+ jury LinkedIn posts through the season.
Get In Touch
Location
Address
Lovely Professional
University
Jalandhar-Delhi, G.T. Road, Phagwara, Punjab (INDIA)
-144411.
Event Dates
November 20-21, 2026 (2 full days)
Facilities
Innovation lab · Prototype stations · 2000-seat auditorium · Accommodation for 500+ teams
Getting There
20 min from Jalandhar railway station · Shuttle from Jalandhar railway station every 2 hours on event days.